Join us for an exclusive Security Operations Centre (SOC) Tour, designed to give security leaders and IT teams a practical, end‑to‑end view of how a modern SOC operates; from understanding today’s threat landscape to responding to incidents in real time.

This in‑person event will take you beyond theory and into the reality of security operations. Across a mix of presentations, live walkthroughs and expert discussion, you’ll explore how a SOC is structured, how incidents are handled from detection to resolution, and the commercial value a SOC delivers to the wider business.

Whether you’re building a SOC strategy, reviewing an existing capability, or simply want a clearer picture of how effective security operations work in practice, this session will provide real‑world insight you can take back to your organisation.

Why Attend?

Security Operations Centres play a critical role in protecting organisations, but they’re often misunderstood or seen only as a technical function. This event is designed to bridge that gap.

By attending, you’ll:

• Gain clarity on how today’s threat landscape is evolving and what that means for your organisation
• Understand what a SOC looks like in practice – not just on paper
• See how incident response works across people, process and technology
• Learn how SOC capabilities support risk reduction, resilience and business confidence
• Ask questions directly to SOC practitioners and security leaders

You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how a SOC delivers value, how to measure its impact, and how it supports both security and commercial objectives.

What We’ll Cover:

• The Modern Threat Landscape – Explore the current cyber threat environment and understand the challenges organisations face today. We’ll look at how attackers operate, common attack paths, and why proactive detection and response is essential.
• SOC on Paper vs SOC in Reality –  Learn what defines a SOC, how it is structured, and the core capabilities required for effective operations. We’ll contrast theoretical models with real‑world implementation to show what actually works.
• Inside the SOC: War Rooms & Incident Response – Get a behind‑the‑scenes view of how incidents are handled, from initial alert through to resolution. This session will walk through SOC rooms, war room operations, and end‑to‑end incident response in practice.
• The Commercial Value of a SOC – Understand how a SOC supports business outcomes, reduces risk, and delivers return on investment. We’ll explore how security operations contribute to resilience, compliance, and executive confidence.
• Expert Panel Q&A – Bring your questions to our panel of security experts for an open discussion on SOC operations, threat management, and real‑world challenges.

Meet the Host...

Chris Hampson

Director of Sales: Public Sector at ANS

Chris has worked at ANS for over 3 years, as a Industry Lead for Police and Housing sectors with a particular interest in the Not For Profit Sector. He is proud to have provided intelligent data, infrastructure and security solutions and boosted digital engagement for many of the UK’s most forward-thinking organisations.

Meet the Speakers...

Mark Johnson

Head of Presales: Security at ANS

Mark has over 30 years experience in the IT and networking industry. With a background managing highly secure mobile networks for the Armed forces, to owning his own business, Mark joined ANS 8 years ago to take responsibility for building and delivering ANS’ suite of connectivity & Security solutions which include Azure Sentinel, SD WAN, SASE, Cloud and Multi-cloud architectures.

Ryan Jones

SOC Lead at ANS

Ryan Jones, part of ANS Security Operations, has practical SOC experience in threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring. He helps organisations manage and reduce cyber risks by turning complex security issues into clear actions, boosting business resilience against evolving threats.

Dane Browne

Senior Security Analyst at ANS

Dane is a Senior Security Analyst at ANS Group, contributing to strengthening customer security by advancing MDR processes and supporting high‑impact Major Incidents through detailed investigations. His work focuses on enhancing cyber resilience, improving detection and response capabilities, and helping organisations stay protected against an evolving threat landscape.

James McCririe

Security Operations - Service Lead at ANS

James McCririe is a Security Operations Service Lead at ANS Group, focused on helping customers strengthen cyber resilience through effective security operations and service delivery. He works closely with organisations to improve detection and response capabilities, support incident response outcomes, and ensure security services deliver real, measurable value across an evolving threat landscape.